Senior Practice Accountant / Manager

My client, a well-established progressive Accountancy Practice located in Newry are currently actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of 5 years post qualified experience. The ideal candidate will lead and manage a team whilst overseeing a variety of accounting functions and client accounts. You must be able to develop client relationships, maintain a leadership role in relation to staff training and development whilst possessing a high level of expertise in accounting and taxation principles. Role Summary Position: Senior Manager Location: Newry Type: Full-time Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Flexible) Main Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work within an appropriate timeframe. Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong client relationships, understand the goals of the business, and provide strategic advice and solutions. Dealing with any client queries in a timely and efficient manner. Client Work Oversight: Oversee the preparation and review of client work including the preparation of accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies. Deadline Management: Coordinate and actively manage month/period-end deadlines including tracking job progress and billing targets. Criteria Qualifications: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CAI/ACCA) Experience: Minimum of 5 years in an Accountancy Practice Sector Experience: Experience working with clients across a range of sectors Skills: Professional, technical and pro-active approach to delivering advice to clients Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships Excellent time management skills Sound knowledge of income tax and corporation tax Technical proficiency: Good knowledge and understanding of Accounting Software packages (Sage, Xero and QuickBooks) and MS Office packages with a strong proficiency in Excel. Working knowledge of taxation software (Sage) for individuals and companies. Compensation and Benefits Competitive Salary DOE 28 days annual leave - Additional annual leave based on years of service Hybrid, agile and family friendly working practice to enable you to manage your work life alongside your home life Workplace Pension Reimbursement of your professional subscription and fully funded study leave for all students Generous Employee Referral Bonus Dress for your day Regular social outings with the team Health and Wellbeing Initiative Flexibility and terms agreed by mutual consent Skills: Senior Practice Accountant Practice Accountant Newry Manager